2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 490 kg more than 2000 Infiniti Q45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti Q45. 2000 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Infiniti Q45 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | Q45 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |