2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,789 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Infiniti Q45. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Infiniti Q45 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Q45 | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 5789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |