1992 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 14 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1992 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Infiniti Q45 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q45 | C |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
