2006 Infiniti G35 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti G35 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 55 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Infiniti G35.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti G35 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
Model | G35 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 9.8 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 |