2002 Infiniti I vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti I. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 521 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (333 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti I | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lincoln |
| Model | I | MKS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
