2008 Infiniti M vs. 2001 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti G35 would be higher. Both 2008 Infiniti M and 2001 Infiniti G35 are equipped with a 3,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti G35. (257 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M 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, 2008 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti G35. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2001 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | M | G35 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
