2012 Infiniti G37 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 201 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 528 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Infiniti G37 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | G37 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |