2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | QX56 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 42 L |
