2011 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Infiniti M | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
Model | M | EX |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |