2003 Toyota Echo 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 Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Echo 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 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo.
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 Echo, 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 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Echo | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Echo | G37 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |
