2000 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2008 Infiniti G35 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 252 kg more than 2008 Infiniti G35.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2008 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2008 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Escape | G35 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
