2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | QX56 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |