2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti I 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 (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti I weights approximately 544 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2005 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Taurus | I |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1510 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 |
