2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1994 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Samurai 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 195 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus weights approximately 177 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1994 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1994 Suzuki Samurai 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 | 1994 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Taurus | Samurai |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2490 mm |