2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (138 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti G37 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti G37. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Avensis | G37 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| 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 | 138 HP | 348 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
