2012 Infiniti M vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota iQ would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 963 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M 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 2012 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ, 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti M | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | M | iQ |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1823 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 32 L |
