2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2000 Lexus LX
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2000 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus LX weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2000 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX 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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus LX. (435 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti Q45 | 2000 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
| Model | Q45 | LX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 66 L |
