2007 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,695 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 534 kg more than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Infiniti G37. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. 2007 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2009 Infiniti G37 has manual transmission. 2009 Infiniti G37 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Ridgeline | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Ridgeline | G37 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
