2003 Subaru R2 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 995 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (64 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Subaru | Infiniti |
| Model | R2 | M |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
