2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Infiniti G35

To start off, both 2005 Ford Mustang 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (298 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35, 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 (353 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Mustang 2005 Infiniti G35
Make Ford Infiniti
Model Mustang G35
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4015 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 298 HP
Torque 326 Nm 353 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 81 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1497 kg 1593 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 76 L


 

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