2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2003 Infiniti M
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti M would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti M. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 539 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti M. (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2003 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | F-350 | M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 79 L |
