2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 10 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 3 more horse power than 2010 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 268 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, 2010 Ford Flex, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Infiniti Q45 | 2010 Ford Flex | |
Make | Infiniti | Ford |
Model | Q45 | Flex |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |