2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Taurus 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 189 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai i10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i10. (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i10. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai i10 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai i10 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 | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Taurus | i10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |
