2003 Infiniti G35 vs. 2005 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2005 Kia Opirus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti G35 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Infiniti G35 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti G35 | 2005 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | G35 | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
