2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 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 97 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 418 kg more than 2000 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q45 | ML |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
