2007 Infiniti G35 vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Infiniti G35 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada Niva 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, 2007 Infiniti G35 (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva. 2007 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2003 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2003 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti G35 | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lada |
| Model | G35 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
