2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti EX. (321 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TSO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti EX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti EX. 2013 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2005 Marcos TSO has manual transmission. 2005 Marcos TSO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Marcos | Infiniti |
| Model | TSO | EX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
