2005 BMW 116 vs. 2005 Infiniti G35
To start off, both 2005 BMW 116 and 2005 Infiniti G35 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 162 more horse power than 2005 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Infiniti G35 (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 116. 2005 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 116 | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 116 | G35 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |