2002 Infiniti FX vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 581 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Infiniti FX 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 2002 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2002 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti FX | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | FX | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2601 mm |