2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 349 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Mondeo | M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |
