1992 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1992 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Infiniti Q45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Infiniti Q45 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Q45 | E |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |