2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Grande Punto and 2009 Infiniti G37 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (329 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 454 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti G37 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Infiniti G37. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 2009 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Grande Punto | G37 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
