2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2001 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotus Elise would be higher. 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 156 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise. 2005 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2001 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2001 Lotus Elise 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 Infiniti G35 | 2001 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Infiniti | Lotus |
Model | G35 | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |