2003 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2011 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti Q45 | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Infiniti | Acura |
Model | Q45 | TL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |