2011 Infiniti G37 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Infiniti G37. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Infiniti G37 would be higher. 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 172 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 will offer significantly more control. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 2011 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | G37 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4655 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1407 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
