2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1997 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Mustang | Q45 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |