2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (298 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (353 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti G35 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | G35 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |
