2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | F-150 | M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
