2001 Infiniti G35 vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti G35 (257 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 501 kg more than 2001 Infiniti G35.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2001 Infiniti G35 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Infiniti G35 | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | G35 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |