2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 644 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Explorer | G25 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |