1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 279 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 2010 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Caldina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Caldina | 2010 Infiniti M | |
Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
Model | Caldina | M |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 456 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |