2009 Infiniti M vs. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M.
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, 2009 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti M | 2001 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Infiniti | Isuzu |
| Model | M | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |
