2012 Infiniti G37 vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima 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 83 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Altima. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima. 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, 2002 Nissan Altima, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti G37 | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | G37 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
