2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Lexus ES
To start off, 2010 Lexus ES 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus ES (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus ES weights approximately 669 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Lexus ES (344 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2010 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Taurus | ES |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
