2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur 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 110 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 730 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 Hyundai Grandeur. 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 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2012 Hyundai Grandeur | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Taurus | Grandeur |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |