2006 Infiniti G35 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 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), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti G35 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 425 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti G35 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | G35 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
