2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 (259 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 347 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
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, 2009 Ford Taurus X (249 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taurus X | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
