2008 Infiniti G35 vs. 2009 Mazda B4000

To start off, 2009 Mazda B4000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B4000.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Infiniti G35 2009 Mazda B4000
Make Infiniti Mazda
Model G35 B4000
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 4034 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 306 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 323 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 74 L


 

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