2003 Infiniti G35 vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 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 80 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage. 2003 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti G35 | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | G35 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2639 mm |
