2002 Infiniti G35 vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal 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, 2002 Infiniti G35 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 123 kg more than 2002 Infiniti G35.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Infiniti G35 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti G35 | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Infiniti | Buick |
| Model | G35 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
