2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Tribute 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 176 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti G35 | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | G35 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
