2004 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-250. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1001 kg more than 2004 Infiniti Q45.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti Q45. (452 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti Q45. 2004 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford F-250 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti Q45 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | Q45 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 115 L |
