2005 Infiniti M vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M 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 (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti M.
Because 2007 Infiniti M 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, 2007 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 2007 Infiniti M | |
Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
Model | M | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |