1999 Infiniti G20 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti G20. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 Infiniti G20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti G20. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti G20 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | G20 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1321 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
