2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Infiniti M were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Explorer has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Explorer | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Explorer | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |