2009 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150. 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 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2012 Infiniti G37 has manual transmission. 2012 Infiniti G37 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | F-150 | G37 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 348 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1686 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
