2006 Lexus IS vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS 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 177 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2006 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2006 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Lexus | Infiniti |
| Model | IS | G37 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
