2004 Infiniti G35 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 526 kg more than 2004 Infiniti G35.
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, 2004 Infiniti G35 (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti G35 | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | G35 | Routan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
