2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Infiniti G35
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Infiniti G35 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti G35 (306 HP) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2008 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Infiniti G35 | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | Xsara | G35 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 306 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |