2005 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,695 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Infiniti G37. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Escape | G37 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
