2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2005 Infiniti G35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 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, 2005 Infiniti G35 (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti G35 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | G35 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 73 L |
