2006 Infiniti G35 vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti G35 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 439 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Infiniti G35 (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti G35 | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | G35 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |
