2007 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 224 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2012 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 2012 Infiniti G37. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Yaris | G37 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
