2012 Infiniti G37 vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL 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 194 more horse power than 2013 Kia SOUL. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia SOUL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 462 kg more than 2013 Kia SOUL. 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 Kia SOUL, 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 Kia SOUL. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2013 Kia SOUL has manual transmission. 2013 Kia SOUL 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 | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | G37 | SOUL |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 48 L |