2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XK. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37. 2009 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2012 Infiniti G37 has manual transmission. 2012 Infiniti G37 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
| Model | XK | G37 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 76 L |
