2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 2 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti FX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti FX.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX 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 | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Taurus X | FX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |