2011 Nissan Rogue 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 Nissan Rogue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Rogue would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2011 Nissan Rogue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Infiniti G37. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Rogue, 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Rogue | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Rogue | G37 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4656 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
