2008 Infiniti M vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M 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 M are equipped with a 4,493 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 325 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 118 kg more than 2009 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, both vehicles can yield 456 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | M | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
