2002 Infiniti G35 vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2002 Infiniti G35 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 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 138 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Rover 45. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti G35 | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Rover |
| Model | G35 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
