2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Infiniti G35
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 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 204 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti G35 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Infiniti G35. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3. 2005 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C3 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 Citroen C3 | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | C3 | G35 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
