2004 Infiniti G35 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2004 Infiniti G35 and 2004 Mazda 6 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 138 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6. 2004 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 6 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 Infiniti G35 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | G35 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
