2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2002 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti G35. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 544 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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 2009 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G35, 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti G35. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 2002 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Expedition | G35 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |
