2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 1994 Nissan President
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (259 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan President weights approximately 924 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 1994 Nissan President | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus X | President |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3040 mm |
