2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Infiniti Q45 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | Q45 | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |