2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Taurus weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
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 Routan (313 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Taurus. (266 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taurus | Routan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
