2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 187 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 69 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Taurus | Jimny |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |