2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu 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. Both 2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2005 Infiniti G35 are equipped with a 3,491 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (298 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 157 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35.
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 G35 (353 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Malibu | G35 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
