2007 Infiniti M vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris

To start off, both 2007 Infiniti M and 2007 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris.

Because 2007 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 2007 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 2007 Toyota Yaris
Make Infiniti Toyota
Model M Yaris
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 42 L


 

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