2002 Infiniti G35 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti G35 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 517 kg more than 2002 Infiniti G35.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Infiniti G35 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti G35 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | G35 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
