2010 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 2010 Ford Ranger and 2010 Ford Taurus were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 374 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger. 2010 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Ranger | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5171 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3193 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
