2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2005 Ford Taurus and 2005 Suzuki Ignis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
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, 2005 Ford Taurus (251 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Taurus | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Taurus | Ignis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 39 L |