2002 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti G35. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2005 Infiniti G35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 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, 2005 Infiniti G35 (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX. 2005 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2002 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2002 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Acura | Infiniti |
| Model | NSX | G35 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
