2003 Infiniti I vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 503 kg more than 2003 Infiniti I.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti I.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Infiniti I 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Infiniti Toyota
Model I Land Cruiser
Year Released 2003 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2960 cc 2998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 224 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1512 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2810 mm


 

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