2012 Infiniti G37 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2012 Infiniti G37 and 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 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 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A, 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Infiniti G37 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | G37 | A |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |