2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1993 Innocenti Koral
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Innocenti Koral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Innocenti Koral would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1993 Innocenti Koral. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1993 Innocenti Koral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus weights approximately 360 kg more than 1993 Innocenti Koral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Innocenti Koral. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Innocenti Koral. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1993 Innocenti Koral has manual transmission. 1993 Innocenti Koral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Taurus | 1993 Innocenti Koral | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Taurus | Koral |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2160 mm |