2005 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti M and 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 484 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | M | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |