2005 Infiniti M vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 495 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina, 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | M | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |