2007 Infiniti M vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti M.
Because 2007 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | M | Flex |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
