2009 BMW 550 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 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 159 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 2009 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1821 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 |
