2011 Infiniti G37 vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2011 Infiniti G37 and 2011 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 681 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Infiniti G37. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ka, 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka. 2011 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Infiniti G37 | 2011 Ford Ka | |
Make | Infiniti | Ford |
Model | G37 | Ka |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4655 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |