Acura RL vs INFINITI Q45
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 INFINITI Q45
Overview
| Spec | Acura RLBase | INFINITI Q4545 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 45 Sport |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RLBase | INFINITI Q4545 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,200 (best) | $58,100 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RLBase | INFINITI Q4545 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal | 21.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RLBase | INFINITI Q4545 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 340 hp (best) |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft | 333 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.7 L | 4.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RLBase | INFINITI Q4545 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 13.6 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,083 lbs (best) | 4,153 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in | 5.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 113 in (best) |
| Length | 195.7 in | 200.8 in (best) |
| Width | 72.7 in (best) | 72.6 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 58.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RLBase | INFINITI Q4545 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | 1 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura RL | INFINITI Q45 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 45 Sport $58,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Technology Package $52,350 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Technology Package - in HI $52,350 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Advance Package $56,150 MSRP | — |
Acura RL vs INFINITI Q45 FAQ
- Which is better: 2012 Acura RL or 2006 INFINITI Q45?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Acura RL vs 2006 INFINITI Q45 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2012 Acura RL or 2006 INFINITI Q45?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2012 Acura RL starts lower at $48,200.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Acura RL or 2006 INFINITI Q45?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (48,200).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 Acura RL or 2006 INFINITI Q45?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
- Which has better horsepower: 2012 Acura RL or 2006 INFINITI Q45?
- The 2006 INFINITI Q45 leads on horsepower in this comparison (340).