2001 Infiniti G35 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti G35 (257 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 436 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti G35. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Infiniti G35 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | G35 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3250 mm |