2003 Infiniti I vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 12 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, 2003 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4. 2012 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2003 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2003 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti I | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | I | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2659 mm |
