2006 Toyota Avensis vs. 2010 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2010 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1183 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Infiniti QX56 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 2010 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (532 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Avensis | 2010 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Avensis | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 532 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1976 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
