1991 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1991 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Infiniti Q45. (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Q45 | E |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1728 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |