2009 Fiat Idea vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Idea 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 3,695 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 970 kg more than 2009 Fiat Idea. 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 Idea, 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 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Idea. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Idea | G37 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |
