2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 59 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 574 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. 2005 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Infiniti Volkswagen
Model G35 Touareg
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 3187 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 2229 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 100 L


 

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