2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G37. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G37. 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Express | G37 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 348 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
