2002 Infiniti I vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti I weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO 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 TSO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti I | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | Infiniti | Marcos |
| Model | I | TSO |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
