2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 3 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 196 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Infiniti G37 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Hilux. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 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 (367 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux. 2009 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2012 Toyota Hilux
Make Infiniti Toyota
Model G37 Hilux
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3696 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 367 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1719 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 80 L


 

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