2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Avalon 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 (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 584 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 2004 Toyota Avalon (279 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (249 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2004 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |