1996 Infiniti J30 vs. 2006 Infiniti M
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti J30. (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti J30.
Because 2006 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Infiniti J30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M 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, 2006 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Infiniti J30 | 2006 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | J30 | M |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
