2005 Infiniti M vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 271 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 831 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris, 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 (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Yaris 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.
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2005 Infiniti M | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | M | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |