2002 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 4 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 88 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti Q45 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | Q45 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |