1996 Infiniti G20 vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti G20. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti G20.
Because 2007 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Infiniti G20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti G20. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Infiniti G20 | 2007 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | G20 | M |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
