2000 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti G35 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 386 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. 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, 2002 Infiniti G35 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 2002 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Escort | G35 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
