2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 2 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 (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 699 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Taurus | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
