2002 Infiniti G35 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 10 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti G35. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 845 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 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti G35. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti G35 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Infiniti | Audi |
Model | G35 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |