2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2012 Ford F-150

To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti G35. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 776 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Infiniti G35 2012 Ford F-150
Make Infiniti Ford
Model G35 F-150
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 202 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 2326 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 5890 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3670 mm


 

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