2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2005 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Intrepid 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 79 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Because 2005 Infiniti G35 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Infiniti G35. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Intrepid | G35 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
