2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti G35 and 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 128 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (225 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | G35 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |