2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti Q45 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 121 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (144 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 477 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti Q45 | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | Q45 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
