2005 Infiniti I vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody

To start off, both 2005 Infiniti I and 2005 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti I weights approximately 152 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody. 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 Infiniti I (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Infiniti I 2005 Nissan Hardbody
Make Infiniti Nissan
Model I Hardbody
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2960 cc 2389 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 224 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 208 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1358 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2810 mm


 

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