2004 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2004 Infiniti Q45 and 2004 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 217 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra, 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, 2004 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra. 2004 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Infiniti Q45 | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Infiniti | Opel |
Model | Q45 | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 452 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 52 L |