2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 116 kg more than 2012 Infiniti M.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestar | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Freestar | M |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 565 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1823 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |