1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Infiniti Q45 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mini |
| Model | Q45 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
