2002 Infiniti I vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti I weights approximately 587 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. 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, 2002 Infiniti I (333 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti I | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | I | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
