1995 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (278 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Infiniti Q45 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q45 | R |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
