2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla.

Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Toyota Corolla 2011 Infiniti FX
Make Toyota Infiniti
Model Corolla FX
Year Released 2006 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 126 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4865 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2885 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 90 L


 

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