2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2006 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 983 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Infiniti FX. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Infiniti FX.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford F-350 2006 Infiniti FX
Make Ford Infiniti
Model F-350 FX
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Pickup Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5400 cc 4490 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 972 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 6260 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 3970 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 115 L 90 L


 

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