2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti G37. (328 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti G37. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2009 Infiniti G37 has manual transmission. 2009 Infiniti G37 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti G37 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
Model | G37 | M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |