2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 6 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 144 kg more than 2011 Infiniti EX.
Because 2011 Infiniti EX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (343 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Freestar | EX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
