2004 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 188 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (160 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 329 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G37.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Infiniti G37. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Land Cruiser | G37 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 348 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1686 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
