2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1997 Mazda MPV

To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1997 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Infiniti Q45 1997 Mazda MPV
Make Infiniti Mazda
Model Q45 MPV
Year Released 2000 1997
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4130 cc 2954 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 265 HP 146 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4700 RPM
Torque 378 Nm 228 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1722 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2850 mm


 

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