2005 Infiniti M vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 710 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. 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, 2001 Toyota RunX, 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 (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | M | RunX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
