2007 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 393 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Infiniti G37. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner, 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | 4Runner | G37 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
