2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2006 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Maverick 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 66 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 639 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick 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, 2006 Ford Maverick 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, 2006 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2006 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
