2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 Infiniti FX.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Expedition | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
