2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Infiniti G35 (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2007 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Taurus | G35 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
