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 157 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. 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, 2006 Infiniti G35 (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 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 | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |