2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2007 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2007 Infiniti G35 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S-MX 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 177 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX. 2007 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2002 Honda S-MX 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:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 2007 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | S-MX | G35 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
