2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2009 Ford Taurus X and 2009 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 113 more horse power than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 X (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4. 2009 Ford Taurus X has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Taurus X | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus X | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |