2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit 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 146 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Fit. 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | Fit |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |