2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti G37. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti G37 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 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1027 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. 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, 2011 Kia Rio, 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti G37 | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | G37 | Rio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |