2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 1991 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 493 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 1991 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus X | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
