2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus 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 171 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 345 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus 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.
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2009 Ford Taurus | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Taurus | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |