2010 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Taurus would be higher. 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 63 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 280 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Taurus | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Taurus | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 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 | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |