2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 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 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 has automatic transmission and 2012 Infiniti G37 has manual transmission. 2012 Infiniti G37 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Progress NC 300 | G37 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 348 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1686 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
