2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 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 95 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. 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, 2011 Mazda 6, 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6. 2000 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti Q45 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | Q45 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
