2006 Infiniti G35 vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Infiniti G35 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti G35 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Altima. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2001 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Infiniti G35 (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Altima. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti G35 | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | G35 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
