2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 115 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 3 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus X | 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
