2012 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo

To start off, both 2012 Ford Taurus and 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 440 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo. 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Ford Taurus 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo
Make Ford Chevrolet
Model Taurus Rezzo
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 263 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 337 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1821 kg 1381 kg
Vehicle Length 5154 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1935 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1542 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2868 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 60 L


 

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