2006 Infiniti G35 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Infiniti G35 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Infiniti G35. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Infiniti G35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Infiniti G35. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti G35 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | G35 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
