2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti Q45 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | Q45 | Familia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 50 L |