2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 717 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, 2009 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Quest.
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2009 Ford Taurus X | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Taurus X | Quest |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |