2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Mobilio 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 173 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 140 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2005 Honda Mobilio | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | Mobilio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |