2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 55 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, 2005 Renault Laguna, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Infiniti | Renault |
Model | Q45 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |