2008 Infiniti G35 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Infiniti G35 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 Infiniti G35.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2008 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti G35 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | G35 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
