2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti I weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4. 2004 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2004 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | RAV4 | I |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
