2008 Infiniti M vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux

To start off, both 2008 Infiniti M and 2008 Toyota Hilux were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 227 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 2008 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Infiniti M 2008 Toyota Hilux
Make Infiniti Toyota
Model M Hilux
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4493 cc 2694 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 456 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1837 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 80 L


 

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