2007 Infiniti G35 vs. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2007 Infiniti G35 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Because 2007 Infiniti G35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 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, 2007 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. 2007 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport has manual transmission. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti G35 | 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | G35 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
