2012 Infiniti G37 vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, both 2012 Infiniti G37 and 2012 Mazda CX-7 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G37.
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, 2012 Mazda CX-7, 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 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-7. 2012 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2012 Infiniti G37 has manual transmission. 2012 Infiniti G37 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti G37 | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | G37 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 348 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1718 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 69 L |
