2000 Ford Cougar vs. 2007 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2007 Infiniti G35 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2000 Ford Cougar. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Cougar.
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, 2007 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Cougar. 2007 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Cougar | 2007 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Cougar | G35 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
