2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Caddy 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 220 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti G37 | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | G37 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
