2012 Infiniti G37 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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 175 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 436 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 will offer significantly more control. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda 3 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti G37 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | G37 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 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 | 1739 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1407 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
