2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2000 Infiniti I
To start off, both 2000 Ford Taurus and 2000 Infiniti I were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 4 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Taurus | 2000 Infiniti I | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Taurus | I |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 224 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |