2002 Infiniti I vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Infiniti I is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti I weights approximately 390 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2002 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti I | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | I | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
