2011 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2011 Ford Taurus and 2011 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 163 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 775 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2. 2011 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Taurus | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus | 2 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
