2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2001 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (259 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti G35. (257 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 544 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
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, 2001 Infiniti G35 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti G35 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 | 2001 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Taurus X | G35 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | 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 | 259 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
