2003 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 303 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti Q45 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | Q45 | 6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |