2008 Ford S-Max vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford S-Max would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Ford S-Max. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 146 kg more than 2008 Ford S-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford S-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford S-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford S-Max | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | S-Max | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |
