2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX

To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 6 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti G35. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 440 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.

Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Infiniti G35 2011 Cadillac SRX
Make Infiniti Cadillac
Model G35 SRX
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 2800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 202 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4834 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1669 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2807 mm


 

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