2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Transit Connect | EX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4631 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1589 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |