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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 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 872 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Land Cruiser | G37 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
