2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
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, 2008 Mini Cooper, 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti Q45 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mini |
| Model | Q45 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
