2002 Infiniti G35 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 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti G35 would be higher. Both 2002 Infiniti G35 and 2005 Infiniti G35 are equipped with a 3,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti G35. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Infiniti G35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti G35 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 2005 Infiniti G35. 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, 2002 Infiniti G35 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti G35 | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | G35 | G35 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
