2008 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 64 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G37.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Durango | G37 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 348 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1686 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |