2005 Infiniti M vs. 1993 Infiniti J30

To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1993 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1993 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 215 kg more than 1993 Infiniti J30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Infiniti J30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Infiniti J30.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Infiniti M 1993 Infiniti J30
Make Infiniti Infiniti
Model M J30
Year Released 2005 1993
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 2960 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 262 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.1 mm 87.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 72 L


 

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