2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2002 Infiniti I
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. Both 2009 Ford Taurus and 2002 Infiniti I are equipped with a 3,496 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti I. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti I weights approximately 549 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (333 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2002 Infiniti I | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Taurus | I |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4400 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 | 1515 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |