2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2008 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2008 Renault Koleos is newer by 8 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) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Renault Koleos 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, 2008 Renault Koleos 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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti Q45 | 2008 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | Q45 | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
