2007 Infiniti M vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Previa.
Because 2007 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Previa. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | M | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
