2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 705 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.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Taurus | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
