2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 145 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 704 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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:
| 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Infiniti |
| Model | Grand Vitara | G37 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
