1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (298 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (370 Nm). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti Q45 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q45 | C |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
