Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Infiniti M | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | 4.5L V8 DOHC-4v 325 hp@6400 336 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 111.0 in | 3.2 in |
Length | 192.6 in | 197.2 in | -4.6 in |
Width | 70.8 in | 72.8 in | -2 in |
Height | 59.4 in | 58.5 in | 0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4005 lb. | 3490 lb. | 515 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.8 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 59.4 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.8 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.2 in | 41.3 in | 2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.5 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 58.2 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 56.2 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 40.9 in | -3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 0.5 ft3 |
2007 Infiniti M Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Ample, yet feels built for speed see full Infiniti M review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front seats are better padded than the 2006 and more comfortable see full Infiniti M review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I sit very tall, and have lots of headroom in this car see full Infiniti M review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
lots of leg space. very comfortable seats see full Infiniti M review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 325-horsepower 4.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfy, yet generally supportive. Highly adjustable with two memory options. Cooled and heated seats are wonderful. see full Infiniti M review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 335-horsepower 4.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Most front leg room compared to similar vehicles at the time. Even rear leg room fair. First car I owned with rear view camera still working well with great color and resolution. see full Infiniti M review |
2007 Infiniti M Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 335-horsepower 4.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Plenty see full Infiniti M review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 335-horsepower 4.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Great--the Sport model has really good side bolstering and adjustable lumbar support + heated AND cooled seats. see full Infiniti M review |
2006 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon review |