2007 Infiniti G35 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2007 Infiniti G35 and 2007 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 78 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2007 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti G35 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | G35 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
