2000 Hyundai Neos vs. 2005 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Neos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Neos would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Neos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Neos weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Hyundai Neos (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Neos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35. 2005 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Neos has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Neos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Neos | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Neos | G35 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
