2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 650 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Because 2005 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Aveo | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
