2006 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Falcon. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti M | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | M | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 140 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 140 mm | 1433 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
