2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti G35. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti G35 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | G35 | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |