2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2009 Infiniti G37 and 2009 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 206 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens. 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, 2009 Kia Carens, 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 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti G37 | 2009 Kia Carens | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | G37 | Carens |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |