2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Xedos 6 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 157 more horse power than 1996 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1996 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Xedos 6 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1996 Xedos 6 has manual transmission. 1996 Xedos 6 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Taurus | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |
