2003 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2003 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 will offer significantly more control. 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 G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Taurus | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Taurus | G37 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |