2005 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti M and 2005 Toyota Vitz were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 675 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. 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 Vitz, 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 (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Vitz has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 Vitz | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | M | Vitz |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |