2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2007 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2007 Infiniti G35 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 2007 Infiniti G35 (364 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2007 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Monte Carlo | G35 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
