2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester 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 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester. 2011 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Subaru Forester | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Subaru | Infiniti |
Model | Forester | G37 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 348 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1686 kg |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |