1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2005 Infiniti FX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 Infiniti FX.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2005 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | F-250 | FX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |
