2012 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 484 kg more than 2012 Ford Taurus.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Taurus | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Taurus | Commander |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 2305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
