2005 Infiniti M vs. 2001 Toyota Soarer
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 Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Toyota Soarer. 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 Soarer, 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, 2001 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 2001 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | M | Soarer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |