2002 Toyota MR2 vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Toyota MR2. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 Toyota MR2. 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2. 2010 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota MR2 | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | MR2 | G37 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
