2005 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Legend 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 39 more horse power than 2005 Honda Legend. (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 22 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G37.
Because 2012 Infiniti G37 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Infiniti G37. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Legend | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Legend | G37 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 291 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |