2008 Infiniti G35 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Infiniti G35 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester 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 96 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Infiniti G35.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti G35 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | G35 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
