2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Jetta and 2012 Infiniti G37 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 190 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
Model | Jetta | G37 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |