2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2002 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2002 Infiniti G35 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti G35. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 44 kg more than 2002 Infiniti G35. 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti G35. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 2002 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | LaCrosse | G35 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |
