2005 Infiniti I vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti I and 2005 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 68 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti I | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | I | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
