2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2000 Infiniti I
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 433 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2000 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Taurus X | I |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
