2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti G35. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Express | G35 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2860 mm |
