2008 Infiniti G35 vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2008 Infiniti G35 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. (247 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Infiniti G35.
Because 2008 Infiniti G35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 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, 2008 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti G35 | 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | G35 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
