2005 Infiniti M vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 627 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Infiniti | Dodge |
Model | M | Ram |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 121 L |