2012 Infiniti G37 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Infiniti G37. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Infiniti G37 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 233 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. 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, 2013 Honda Insight, 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti G37 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Infiniti | Honda |
| Model | G37 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
