2002 Infiniti G35 vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti G35 would be higher. Both 2002 Infiniti G35 and 2009 Nissan Murano are equipped with a 3,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti G35. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2002 Infiniti G35 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti G35 | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | G35 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
