1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 10 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Because 1997 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 1997 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey, 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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Infiniti Q45 | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | Q45 | Monterey |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |