2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 3 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 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.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Express | G37 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 348 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1686 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |