2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 183 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Accent 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.
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2009 Ford Taurus | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Taurus | Accent |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |