2008 Infiniti M vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2008 Infiniti M and 2008 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (227 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback. 2008 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | M | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
