INFINITI G35 vs Pontiac GTO
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Pontiac GTO
Overview
| Spec | INFINITI G3535 | Pontiac GTOBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 35 | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2008 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | INFINITI G3535 | Pontiac GTOBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32,250 | $31,290 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | INFINITI G3535 | Pontiac GTOBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 20 gal (best) | 18 gal |
Performance
| Spec | INFINITI G3535 | Pontiac GTOBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 306 hp | 400 hp (best) |
| Torque | 268 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.5 L | 6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | INFINITI G3535 | Pontiac GTOBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 4 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 13.5 cu ft (best) | 7 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,497 lbs (best) | 3,725 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in (best) | 109.8 in |
| Length | 187 in | 189.8 in (best) |
| Width | 69.8 in | 72.5 in (best) |
| Height | 57.2 in (best) | 54.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | INFINITI G3535 | Pontiac GTOBase |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | INFINITI G35 | Pontiac GTO |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35 $32,250 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $31,290 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 35 Journey $32,700 MSRP | — |
| 3 | 35 Sport $33,050 MSRP | — |
| 4 | 35 x $34,750 MSRP | — |
INFINITI G35 vs Pontiac GTO FAQ
- Which is better: 2008 INFINITI G35 or 2006 Pontiac GTO?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2008 INFINITI G35 vs 2006 Pontiac GTO on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2008 INFINITI G35 or 2006 Pontiac GTO?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 Pontiac GTO starts lower at $31,290.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2008 INFINITI G35 or 2006 Pontiac GTO?
- The 2006 Pontiac GTO leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (31,290).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2008 INFINITI G35 or 2006 Pontiac GTO?
- The 2008 INFINITI G35 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
- Which has better horsepower: 2008 INFINITI G35 or 2006 Pontiac GTO?
- The 2006 Pontiac GTO leads on horsepower in this comparison (400).
- Which has better seats: 2008 INFINITI G35 or 2006 Pontiac GTO?
- The 2008 INFINITI G35 leads on seats in this comparison (5).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2008 INFINITI G35 or 2006 Pontiac GTO?
- The 2006 Pontiac GTO leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).