2008 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura MDX 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 30 more horse power than 2008 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Acura | Infiniti |
| Model | MDX | G37 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
