2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 66 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Because 2005 Infiniti G35 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Infiniti G35. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (325 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti G35 | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | G35 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
