2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 699 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Expedition | M |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
