2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (350 Nm @ 450 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti G35 | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | G35 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |
