2010 Infiniti G37 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Infiniti G37. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Infiniti G37 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (328 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Infiniti G37. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20, 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Infiniti G37 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Hyundai |
| Model | G37 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
