2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 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 20 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 186 kg more than 2000 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | Q45 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
