2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic

To start off, both 2005 Infiniti G35 and 2005 Renault Grand Scenic 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 143 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35.

Because 2005 Infiniti G35 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 Infiniti G35. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic, 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 (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Infiniti G35 2005 Renault Grand Scenic
Make Infiniti Renault
Model G35 Grand Scenic
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 202 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1770 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2690 mm


 

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