2009 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Ford Taurus X
To start off, both 2009 BMW 335 and 2009 Ford Taurus X were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 538 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X 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, 2009 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2009 Ford Taurus X | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 335 | Taurus X |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |