2004 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti Q45. (340 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 331 kg more than 2004 Infiniti Q45. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti Q45. (452 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti Q45 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q45 | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 88 L |
