2012 Infiniti G37 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 192 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 Volkswagen Beetle, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | G37 | Beetle |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |