2011 Infiniti M vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti M.
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, 2013 Ford Flex, 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 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti M | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | M | Flex |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
