2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 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 90 more horse power than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 723 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 Luxgen Luxgen7. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
Make | Ford | Luxgen |
Model | Taurus | Luxgen7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1876 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1768 mm |