2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2002 Infiniti I35
To start off, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I35 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I35 (255 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I35 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 261 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I35.
Because 2003 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I35, 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, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I35. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I35.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Crown Victoria | 2002 Infiniti I35 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Crown Victoria | I35 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |