2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Infiniti G37.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Infiniti G37. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. 2009 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Infiniti | Land Rover |
| Model | G37 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 93 L |
