2002 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti Q45 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 73 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (311 Nm). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Infiniti Q45 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Infiniti Mercedes-Benz
Model Q45 SLK
Year Released 2002 2004
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4493 cc 3196 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 288 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 396 Nm 311 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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