2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. 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 241 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. 2009 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 Infiniti G37 | 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | G37 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
