2002 Infiniti G20 vs. 2001 Oldsmobile O4
To start off, 2002 Infiniti G20 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile O4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile O4 would be higher. Both 2002 Infiniti G20 and 2001 Oldsmobile O4 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti G20. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile O4 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2002 Infiniti G20. 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, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti G20. (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile O4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti G20 | 2001 Oldsmobile O4 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | G20 | O4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
