2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 208 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taurus | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1404 mm |
