2001 Infiniti G35 vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2001 Infiniti G35 and 2001 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti G35 (257 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2001 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra. 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, 2001 Infiniti G35 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Astra. 2001 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti G35 | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | G35 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
