2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 129 kg more than 2010 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Wrangler | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
