2005 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti M and 2005 Mazda Tribute were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Infiniti M | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | M | Tribute |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |