2005 Ford C-MAX vs. 2005 Infiniti G35
To start off, both 2005 Ford C-MAX 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (298 HP) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Ford C-MAX. 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, 2005 Infiniti G35 (353 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford C-MAX | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | C-MAX | G35 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
