2004 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touran 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 231 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touran | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
| Model | Touran | G37 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
