2004 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (429 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti Q45. (340 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 401 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.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (699 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti Q45. (452 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q45 | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 429 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |
