2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti M.
Because 2011 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 2011 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (304 Nm). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Quest | M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
