2008 Acura RDX vs. 2001 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX 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, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2001 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Acura | Infiniti |
| Model | RDX | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
