2008 Infiniti G35 vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Infiniti G35 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti G35 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | G35 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
