1998 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 605 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M 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 2011 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina, 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, 2011 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Carina | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
Model | Carina | M |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1501 mm |