2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 1 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 657 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | SSR | M |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |