2007 Infiniti G35 vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Infiniti G35 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
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, 2007 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar. 2007 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 2001 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti G35 | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
| Model | G35 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
