2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2004 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Forenza 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 152 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Suzuki Forenza, 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, 2005 Infiniti G35 (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti G35 | 2004 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Infiniti | Suzuki |
| Model | G35 | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
