2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 7 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) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Tocsa. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Tocsa.
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, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa (320 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Daewoo Tocsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 2012 Daewoo Tocsa | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Taurus | Tocsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
