2008 Infiniti G35 vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Infiniti G35 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Infiniti G35.
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, 2008 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti G35 | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
| Model | G35 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1344 kg |
| 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 |
