2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Ford Mustang. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Mustang. (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Mustang. 2009 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | QX56 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |
