2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus 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 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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 Ford Focus, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2009 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus 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.
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2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Focus | G37 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |