2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Infiniti G35
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Infiniti G35 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2004 Infiniti G35 (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2004 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Infiniti G35 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Focus | G35 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |