2006 Infiniti G35 vs. 2006 Opel Astra

To start off, both 2006 Infiniti G35 and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2006 Opel Astra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra.

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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Infiniti G35 2006 Opel Astra
Make Infiniti Opel
Model G35 Astra
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1760 mm


 

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