2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 7 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti M.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Infiniti M. 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, 2012 Infiniti M (550 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Expedition | M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 67 L |
