2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 6 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 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 40 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 105 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, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Taurus | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
