1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 743 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Roadmaster | Taurus |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |