2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Infiniti I
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti I would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1344 kg more than 2003 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2003 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Expedition | I |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
