1996 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Taurus (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Ford Taurus.
Because 2011 Infiniti G25 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 G25. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus, 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, 1996 Ford Taurus (312 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Taurus | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Taurus | G25 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |