2015 Ford Taurus vs. 2015 Acura TLX
In comparing the 2015 Ford Taurus's and the 2015 Acura TLX's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Ford Taurus has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, interior volume and base engine power. The 2015 Acura TLX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Ford Taurus's and the 2015 Acura TLX's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Ford Taurus is a better car than the 2015 Acura TLX.
2015 Ford Taurus vs. 2015 Acura TLX Pricing
A used 2015 Ford Taurus ranges from $7,991 to $19,995 while a used 2015 Acura TLX is priced between $12,861 to $22,991.
2015 Ford Taurus vs. 2015 Acura TLX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2015 Ford Taurus loses 52.7 percent of its value and the 2015 Acura TLX loses 51.1 percent of its value. This means the 2015 Acura TLX retains 1.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2015 Ford Taurus.
2015 Ford Taurus vs. 2015 Acura TLX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Taurus is 8.1 out of 10 while the Acura TLX's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Ford Taurus being ranked 5 out of 8 Best Large Cars and the Acura TLX being ranked 9 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
2015 Ford Taurus vs. 2015 Acura TLX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Taurus is 8.1 out of 10. For the Acura TLX the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Ford Taurus a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Acura TLX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 Ford Taurus’s base engine makes 288 horsepower, and the 2015 Acura TLX base engine makes 206 horsepower. The Taurus is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 551 miles. The TLX is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 602 miles. This gives the 2015 Acura TLX the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2015 Ford Taurus. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2015 Ford Taurus, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2015 Acura TLX, a midsize car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2015 Ford Taurus and the 2015 Acura TLX have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7991 - 19995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.526541
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
12861 - 22991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.511408
Ford Taurus Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.067283 / 10
Reliability:
8.101849 / 10
Retained Value:
6.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura TLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.366666 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford Taurus Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 4Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 8Acura TLX Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2015 Ford Taurus Trim Levels
Limited, Police Interceptor, SE, SEL, SHO
2015 Acura TLX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD V6 w/Advance, SH-AWD V6 w/Tech, V6, V6 w/Advance, V6 w/Tech, w/Tech
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
288 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
254 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
206 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
182 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 551 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 35 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
413 / 602 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
20.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
13.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4054 lbs
Width:
85.7 inches
Height:
60.7 inches
Length:
202.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3483 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
57 inches
Length:
190.3 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/55R17