1991 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1991 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Taurus | X6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2933 mm |
