2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Infiniti FX
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 Infiniti FX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 728 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 FX (366 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (262 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Ranger | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
