2005 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (580 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (753 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
Model | M | Camaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 580 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 753 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |