2005 Acura RL vs. 2003 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 2 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 44 more horse power than 2005 Acura RL. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 3 kg more than 2003 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2005 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RL | 2003 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | RL | Q45 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 81 L |