2006 Infiniti G35 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Infiniti G35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti G35 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Infiniti G35 (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti G35 | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | G35 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |