2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo 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 (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 2009 Ford Taurus (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Taurus | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
