2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1999 Infiniti I
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti I weights approximately 403 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus 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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 1999 Infiniti I | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Taurus | I |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |