2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti IPL. (374 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti IPL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Explorer | IPL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
