2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2005 Infiniti G35 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 8 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.

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 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35. 2005 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Infiniti Mercedes-Benz
Model G35 C
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 202 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2720 mm