2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 12 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 64 more horse power than 2012 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2012 Acura TSX. 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, 2012 Acura TSX, 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti Q45 | 2012 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Infiniti | Acura |
| Model | Q45 | TSX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
