2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti I would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti I weights approximately 544 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2004 Infiniti I | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | E-350 | I |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |