2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger.
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, 2012 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Ranger | EX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
