2005 Ford GT vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2010 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 237 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2005 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
