2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 547 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 (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2012 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Taurus | Escape |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2500 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1657 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |