2003 Infiniti I vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (176 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 93 kg more than 2003 Infiniti I.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti I | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | I | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
