1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 12 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 73 kg more than 1997 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2009 Mercury Mariner, 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (137 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Infiniti Q45 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | Q45 | Mariner |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |