2006 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 366 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
