2008 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Crown. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 167 kg more than 2005 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Crown. (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2005 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | M | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
