1999 Infiniti I vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti I weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 1999 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti I | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | I | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
