2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti G37. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Nitro | G37 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
