2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 463 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 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Infiniti G37. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | 4Runner | G37 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
