2004 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti QX56. (315 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (453 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Infiniti QX56 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
Model | QX56 | M |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 335 HP |
Torque | 529 Nm | 453 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2431 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |