2008 Infiniti M vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2013 Scion iQ. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 360 kg more than 2013 Scion iQ. 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 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2013 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Infiniti | Scion |
| Model | M | iQ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
