2012 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2012 Ford Mondeo, 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Mondeo | M |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
