2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Because 2012 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 2012 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2012 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Taurus | M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
