2011 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G37. (348 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 243 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G37. 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37. 2011 Dodge Charger 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. 2011 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Charger | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Charger | G37 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 348 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 535 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 1686 kg |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |