2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 28 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti EX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti EX.
Because 2010 Infiniti EX 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 2010 Infiniti EX. 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX 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 | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Taurus X | EX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
