2006 Infiniti G35 vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Infiniti G35. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2006 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 540 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 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2006 Infiniti G35 (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti G35 | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jeep |
| Model | G35 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |
