2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2004 Renault Fluence
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Fluence. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Fluence would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Renault Fluence. (276 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Fluence. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Fluence weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2006 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 2006 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Fluence, 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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Fluence. (366 Nm). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Fluence.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti Q45 | 2004 Renault Fluence | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | Q45 | Fluence |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
