2011 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 692 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz. 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Taurus | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
