2013 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, both 2013 Ford Taurus and 2013 Chevrolet Sonic were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 559 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (201 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 2013 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Sonic has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Ford Taurus | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Taurus | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2177 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 46 L |
