2011 Infiniti M vs. 2011 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2011 Infiniti M and 2011 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2011 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 102 kg more than 2011 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Infiniti M | 2011 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Infiniti | Ford |
Model | M | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5600 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |