1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 158 kg more than 1997 Infiniti Q45.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
| Model | Q45 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
