2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2002 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti G35 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Infiniti G35 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2002 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | CR-V | G35 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
