2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Stavic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Stavic 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 100 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Stavic.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Taurus X | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
