2005 Infiniti I vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti I | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | I | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
