2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 855 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | F-350 | M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1827 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2900 mm |