2005 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M 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 229 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 749 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 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 (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | M | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1041 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
