2005 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX 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 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 398 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G37.
Because 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX 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 (366 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Acura | Infiniti |
| Model | MDX | G37 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 76 L |
