2007 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (250 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Because 2007 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti M | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | M | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |