2007 Infiniti G35 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Infiniti G35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage 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 (295 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti G35 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | G35 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 295 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |