2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1995 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1995 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 634 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 1995 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1995 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Taurus | J30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
