2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForTwo would be higher. 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 270 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Smart ForTwo 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. 2006 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Infiniti G37 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Infiniti | Smart |
Model | G37 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 33 L |