2002 Infiniti I vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 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 95 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti I weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry. 2002 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti I | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | I | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
