2010 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37

To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 396 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 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 2012 Infiniti G37. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3, 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Citroen C3 2012 Infiniti G37
Make Citroen Infiniti
Model C3 G37
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 330 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1252 kg 1648 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4651 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1824 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1392 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 76 L