2004 Infiniti G35 vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2004 Infiniti G35 and 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2004 Infiniti G35 (366 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Infiniti G35 | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | G35 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |