2002 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2002 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (288 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2002 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti Q45 | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | Q45 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1671 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |