2002 Infiniti G35 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti G35. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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 2004 Porsche 911. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti G35. (352 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti G35 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | G35 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
