2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 104 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 319 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
