2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus X would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (329 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti G37 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Infiniti G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus X | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Taurus X | G37 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |