2003 Infiniti G35 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti G35. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti G35. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti G35 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | G35 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |