2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2011 Seat Leon. 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 Seat Leon, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Leon. 2009 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2011 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2011 Seat Leon 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.
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2009 Infiniti G37 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Infiniti | Seat |
Model | G37 | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 1968 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |