1996 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 551 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2013 Infiniti G (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Escort | G |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
