2000 Infiniti I vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Marcos TS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 2005 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Infiniti | Marcos |
| Model | I | TS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
