1997 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2007 Infiniti G35 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore.
Because 2007 Infiniti G35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 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, 2007 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Commodore. 2007 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 1997 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1997 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Commodore | 2007 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Commodore | G35 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
