2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti G35 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | G35 | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2761 mm |