2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 3 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 86 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2012 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Taurus | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |