2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti G35 and 2005 Vauxhall Meriva 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 189 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti G35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 will offer significantly more control. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. 2005 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Meriva has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva 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.
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2005 Infiniti G35 | 2005 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Infiniti | Vauxhall |
Model | G35 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |