2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2004 Infiniti Q45

To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti Q45. (452 Nm). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti Q45.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Infiniti QX56 2004 Infiniti Q45
Make Infiniti Infiniti
Model QX56 Q45
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5552 cc 4490 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 340 HP
Torque 533 Nm 452 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1719 kg 1804 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1980 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 81 L


 

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