2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M 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 (495 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (363 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2008 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Expedition | M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 76 L |
