2007 Infiniti G35 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Infiniti G35 is newer by 2 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
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, 2007 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. 2007 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti G35 | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | G35 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
