2006 Infiniti G35 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Infiniti G35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti G35 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 206 kg more than 2006 Infiniti G35.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Infiniti G35 (366 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (340 Nm). This means 2006 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti G35 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | G35 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
