2002 Infiniti I35 vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I35 would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I35 (255 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I35 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I35.
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, 2002 Infiniti I35 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti I35 | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | I35 | G6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
