2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner weights approximately 173 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus X | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Taurus X | Trailrunner |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |