2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle

To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Activehicle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Activehicle would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.

Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Activehicle.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Infiniti Q45 1999 Mazda Activehicle
Make Infiniti Mazda
Model Q45 Activehicle
Year Released 2006 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4490 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 452 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 81 L 65 L


 

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