2002 Infiniti G35 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra

To start off, both 2002 Infiniti G35 and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti G35 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 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, 2002 Infiniti G35 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 2002 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Infiniti G35 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
Make Infiniti Vauxhall
Model G35 Vectra
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 352 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2710 mm


 

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