1998 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, 2004 Infiniti I is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti I weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Infiniti I | |
Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
Model | Corolla | I |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |