2009 BMW 523 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 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 523 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 190 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 481 kg more than 2009 BMW 523. 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 BMW 523. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 523 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
