2005 Ford Freestar 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 Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 102 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestar | 2008 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Freestar | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 456 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |