2011 Infiniti G37 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, both 2011 Infiniti G37 and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 182 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2011 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Infiniti G37 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Infiniti Mitsubishi
Model G37 Lancer
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1648 kg 1325 kg
Vehicle Length 4651 mm 4572 mm
Vehicle Width 1824 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1392 mm 1491 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 59 L


 

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