1999 Infiniti I vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 13 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti I.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti I. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1999 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 1999 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Infiniti I | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | I | Venza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |