2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sienna 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 (328 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (173 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2003 Toyota Sienna. 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, 2003 Toyota Sienna, 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Sienna. 2003 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 Infiniti G37 has manual transmission. 2009 Infiniti G37 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Infiniti G37 | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | G37 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |