2009 Infiniti M vs. 2010 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Livina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Livina weights approximately 686 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M.
Because 2009 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 2009 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Livina, 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, 2009 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Livina. 2009 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti M | 2010 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | M | Livina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |
