2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 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 216 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2005 Infiniti G35 (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti G35 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Infiniti | Smart |
Model | G35 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1820 mm |