2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD 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 95 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 299 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen GTD has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen GTD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taurus | GTD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
