2009 Acura TSX vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura TSX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TSX | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TSX | Taurus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |