2003 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Infiniti M | |
Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
Model | Corolla | M |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |