2009 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 101 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G37.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti G37. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G37. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2011 Infiniti G37 has manual transmission. 2011 Infiniti G37 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura MDX | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | MDX | G37 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |