2002 Infiniti G35 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti G35 would be higher. 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 46 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 850 kg more than 2002 Infiniti G35.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti G35. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti G35 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | G35 | R |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |