2004 Acura CL vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura CL would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 257 kg more than 2004 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura CL | 2008 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Acura | Infiniti |
| Model | CL | M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
