2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti G35 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 165 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Infiniti G35 (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti G35 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | G35 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 58 L |