2004 Ford E-150 vs. 2011 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2011 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 413 kg more than 2004 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-150. (388 Nm). This means 2011 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 2011 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | E-150 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 2540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
