1997 Kia Retona vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 131 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G37.
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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Kia | Infiniti |
| Model | Retona | G37 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
