2005 Infiniti I vs. 2005 Maserati Coupe

To start off, both 2005 Infiniti I and 2005 Maserati Coupe were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Maserati Coupe 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 2005 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I, 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Infiniti I 2005 Maserati Coupe
Make Infiniti Maserati
Model I Coupe
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2960 cc 4254 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 224 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 452 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2670 mm