2007 Infiniti G35 vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti G35 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 161 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Kuga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti G35 | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | G35 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |
