1999 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6, 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, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti Q45 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | Q45 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
