2005 Infiniti I vs. 2005 Saturn LW

To start off, both 2005 Infiniti I and 2005 Saturn LW were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Saturn LW. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti I weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 Saturn LW. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 I (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn LW. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn LW.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Infiniti I 2005 Saturn LW
Make Infiniti Saturn
Model I LW
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2960 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 224 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 199 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1398 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2710 mm


 

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