2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 97 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 (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 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 1999 Infiniti Q45. 1999 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1999 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Mustang | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
