2005 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti Q45 and 2005 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 412 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 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, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (453 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 2005 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | Q45 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 1307 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 228 HP |
Torque | 453 Nm | 211 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 61 L |