2004 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 8 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 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (283 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan, 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Infiniti Q45 | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | Q45 | Routan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 283 HP |
Torque | 452 Nm | 352 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 2084 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 78 L |