2008 Infiniti M vs. 2009 Infiniti EX

To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M would be higher. Both 2008 Infiniti M and 2009 Infiniti EX are equipped with a 3,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 399 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti EX.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Infiniti M 2009 Infiniti EX
Make Infiniti Infiniti
Model M EX
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 293 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1719 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 82 L


 

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