2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-250. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | QX56 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 125 L |
