2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 790 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Corolla | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
