2011 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Infiniti EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Infiniti EX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Ford Explorer. (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Explorer.
Because 2010 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX 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, 2011 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Explorer | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Explorer | EX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5006 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1788 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
