2005 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti M and 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 146 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (189 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 740 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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 M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | M | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |