2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 704 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
