2005 Infiniti M vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Titan.
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, 2008 Nissan Titan, 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | M | Titan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 106 L |