2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 523 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Blackhawk | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
