2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. Both 2008 Chevrolet Colorado and 2012 Infiniti G37 are equipped with a 3,700 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado 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 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Colorado | G37 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 348 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1686 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
