2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1253 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3030 mm |
