Infiniti G35 vs. Cadillac CTS vs. Lexus IS350... the COMPARO to end all COMPAROS!!!

[Joey D]

You'd be surprised, most of the time if you act like you are a spoiled mommy and daddy's boy you can easily drive cars. Although the salesmen typically goes with you.

 

[YSSMAN]

I'll have to borrow Grandpa's '08 Yukon SLT and go shopping then...

 

[McLaren]

I've sat and touched, but never driven. The last IS I drove was an early IS300 with the slushbox (cool shifter buttons and all!). I do find it highly implausible that they'd toss the keys to an IS350 to 21 year old who's in the market for a $17,000 car.

The opportunity to drive older models were because of friends/family, the 328ci being the benchmark car I've had for years on most accounts.

I didn't test drive the IS350 through a dealer, though. If I recall correctly, I said I was invited by Lexus to an event at the old Texas Stadium to drive all of their models along with hundreds of other folks through an autocross course, commonly known as the Taste of Lexus.

However, my age has nothing to do with it. I already talked IS350 leasing costs with Park Place, to which I was rewarded with crappy service. I talked to 3 salesmen because I was told the previous was let go or left. I got fed up, and left to find rejoice at Acura. The market I'm looking in is only because I want to become more apart of track days.

 

[Prosthetic]

As for the Bimmer building a cheap car, no, and GM build faster cars than the M3/M5/M6 for less money. That's why I love GM.

Yeah and I said that, thanks for repeating my point, and yeah but GM isn't the only one. The only car GM makes that is faster is the Corvette and yes it's a good car, but to me it's ugly and I would rather have the slightly faster GT-R or a 911.
And you love GM because you think there god, and you walk around and /agree with Brad on everything...

 

[JCE]

The IS does not feel "sporty" to me what-so-ever. I flet it to be cold and mechanical. The G35 feels more agile and more responsive in the steering, while I haven't driven a new CTS (can't get past the stupid grille) the previous one was really good on the road...but the steering didn't suit me. Even if you throw in the BMW, Audi, and Mercedes it would be the G35 probably taking the victory over the new C-class. The A4 needs a refresh, its getting a bit dated--even though its my #3 choice in this segment.

Mmm yes, because I have so much fun sitting back and letting the car do everything for me like the IS. Seriously though, how can you all be voting for the G35? It might be cheaper but it's the ugliest and most boring to me. So the IS ranks second for me, the CTS is still first.

You act as if you've been around the block in all of these cars--which I doubt. Your opinions seem a bit hollow since you haven't driven any of these cars most likely. You can't really comment on the handling characteristics unless you've driven one. If you are going to take someone else's opinion and apply it then you need to referrence it. Otherwise you're giving the impression that you've had experience driving these vehicles.

Because despite having "computer aids" which is something even a lot of supercars are starting to feature, it's still an awesome car to drive because it can be pushed very far.

Its not a BAD drive (it really isn't), but I didn't find it "sporty" enough when comparing it to the G35, BMW, or even the Mercedes. The IS just feels too cold to me. Lexus just makes snoozers--minus the new IS-F which other than the retarded transmission looks to be brilliant.

If you count the IS200 as a sports car then fine, I see it more of a boring pile of scrap. I thought Supra died before the 21st century? This IS with its V6 hs only been around for a year or 2 right?

Haha, you're amusing me. Please, keep posting.

 

[Gil]

My opinion is going to be jaded, because the only one of these cars I've driven has been the G35.
I also have only driven the coupe, as the sedan that was parked next to it on the lot felt a bit tight about my shoulders. But if the performance compares, The G35 is the car for me.

IVe had too many GM cars to fully trust one. Hell, I currently own 3 Chevies, and Have had 2 Pontiacs, another Chev, and an Olds, that have ranged from the "basic" (Chevy/Geo Metro) to "fairly well optioned" (Pontiac 6000 LE). I only really "trust" the Metro. Very simple car with few options, and fewer things to break.
As most GM cars are built out of the same parts, I'm only impressed with the fact that if you buy a 'Vette, or one of Caddie's fancy models, you can find a GM dealer (or 3) near most every town in the United States for service.

I've had one Toyota, and while it is very reliable, repairs and upkeep "feel" very much like I'm spending "Sports Car" money on a damn Camry. Not long ago, new rear suspension components and 2 stock all weather tires cost me nearly $1,000.
The Camry is also very hard on Front disc brakes. I've yet to replace the pads and been able to have the rotors "turned." My brake pads in front are usually good for about 20K miles, and I have historically had to replace the rotors when I replace the pads, and I'm coming up on time to do it again.

I've had one other Nissan car, and it was designed to be one the world's "throw-away" basic transportation cars. (Early Sentra)
But even so, it was damn near bullet-proof. Hell, If I was able to maintain it the way I'm able to maintain the current fleet, I might still be driving it. (It survived 2 Years as a Pizza delivery vehicle near the end of it's time with me.) I did not in any way baby that little car, and in 10 years or more of owning it I replaced a clutch, timing belt, and head gasket. Every thing else included it's "regular" 10-15,000 mile oil change, and a once a year wash so I could see out the windows.
Now Nissans are even tougher...
The choice would be easy for me. G35. Especially seeing as a similarly equipped Maxima is about the same amount of money.

 

[McLaren]

Its not a BAD drive (it really isn't), but I didn't find it "sporty" enough when comparing it to the G35, BMW, or even the Mercedes. The IS just feels too cold to me. Lexus just makes snoozers--minus the new IS-F which other than the retarded transmission looks to be brilliant.

I just don't find the G35 as fun, and that's probably me. As I said, the G37 though, is a whole different story.

 

[neanderthal]

If Suzuki wanted, they actually could. All it takes is time, money, and thought for a major manufacturer to build a car that enters into the upper market. The reason Suzuki wouldn't though, is because it simply isn't worth the money because they know they can't compete.

However, your statement is a bit different. Unlike Suzuki, Toyota can do it because they have the experience. Toyota does compete in Formula 1, and has built numerous JGTC/Super GT monsters that can out run a LeMans car. With that knowledge, Toyota could easily develop a supercar, which is exactly what they have done with the LF-A. Just because Toyota builds a new sports car after 3 years without does not mean they can't do it successfully.

I wouldn't know. But if it's anything like the IS, it'll probably be impossible to know if the aids are working if the car is driving like a car without computer aids.

correction. toyota does not compete in formula 1. they participate


their quality of participation is not yet sufficient to be properly called competing.

 

[Zrow]

I've driven none of them, so I really don't have anything to base any opinion on.

On paper, either the Infiniti or the Lexus. However, my gut just freakin' loves that Cadillac. I'd have to drive them all... spiritedly.

 

[McLaren]

correction. toyota does not compete in formula 1. they participate


their quality of participation is not yet sufficient to be properly called competing.

So, we can't consider Toyota competing with those other cars in the back as actual competition?

 

[nd 4 holden spd]

You act as if you've been around the block in all of these cars--which I doubt. Your opinions seem a bit hollow since you haven't driven any of these cars most likely. You can't really comment on the handling characteristics unless you've driven one. If you are going to take someone else's opinion and apply it then you need to referrence it. Otherwise you're giving the impression that you've had experience driving these vehicles.


Haha, you're amusing me. Please, keep posting.

In that instance I was referring to how a computer is helping you drive even if you can't tell it's there. Otherwise I go by reviews in magazines and some web-sites (like Autoblog). I will reference in future.

If I'm amusing people (hopefully without offending), then maybe I will keep posting (seriously though, only on things I want to post about)

 

[neanderthal]

So, we can't consider Toyota competing with those other cars in the back as actual competition?

touche sir. touche

 

[Tornado]

The IS200 wasn't. The IS300, though, was a very good car.

I think you got that backwards.