e.g. vs i.e.

  e.g. stands for exempli gratia = for example.

  For example:-

  "I like fast cars, e.g. Ferrari and Porche"

  In the sentence above you are simply giving an example of the kinds of cars you like - Ferraris and Porches.

  i.e. stands for id est = that is (in explanation).

  For example:-

  "I like fast cars, i.e. any car that can go over 150mph."

  In this second sentence you are giving an explanation of what you consider to be fast.