2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 840 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taurus | Proudia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2840 mm |
