2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2012 Kia Venga

To start off, 2012 Kia Venga 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 176 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Kia Venga. 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 Kia Venga, 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga. 2000 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Venga 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 2012 Kia Venga
Make Infiniti Kia
Model Q45 Venga
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4130 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 378 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
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 1710 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 48 L


 

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