2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Toledo 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 174 more horse power than 1997 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus weights approximately 57 kg more than 1997 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Toledo. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1997 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1997 Seat Toledo 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 | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Taurus | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2480 mm |
