2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TS 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 82 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TS weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2005 Marcos TS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2005 Marcos TS | |
Make | Ford | Marcos |
Model | Taurus | TS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2230 mm |