2009 Infiniti EX vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti EX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti EX. (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 262 kg more than 2009 Infiniti EX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti EX | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Infiniti | Ford |
Model | EX | Taurus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 293 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |