2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Infiniti G35 (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti G35 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | G35 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
