2007 Ford Territory vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Ford Taurus.
Because 2007 Ford Territory is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Territory. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Territory | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
