2011 Infiniti EX vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2011 Infiniti EX.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti EX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti EX | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | EX | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1572 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 3050 mm |
