At 70 MPH my M35X turns at 3,000RPMs. It seems
You have the latest generation of Nissan's 3.5litre motor (just before they released the 3.7litre). Its very high reving and high perf'. Your 3000rpm at 70mph is normal, I have an Acura MDX 2004 with a 3.5litre Honda motor that does about the same, and I have an Infiniti M35x 2007 that is about the same.
You'll know if its straining if the gas mileage is bad. Watch the mileage as a good indicator of drivetrain issues.
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