2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Taurus | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
