2009 Acura TL vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2009 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti G37. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G37. 2009 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2011 Infiniti G37 has manual transmission. 2011 Infiniti G37 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura TL | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | TL | G37 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
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 | 305 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |