2011 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 523 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 88 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 256 kg more than 2009 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 523 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 2009 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Taurus | 2009 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Taurus | 523 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
