2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 88 kg more than 2000 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2000 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Infiniti Q45 | 2004 Renault Espace | |
Make | Infiniti | Renault |
Model | Q45 | Espace |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |