2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2003 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti G35 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Infiniti G35 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2003 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Malibu | G35 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
