2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Thunderbird | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3932 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 565 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1827 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |