Ford Taurus vs. Subaru WRX
When comparing the Ford Taurus's and the Subaru WRX's specifications and ratings, the Ford Taurus has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, interior volume and base engine power. The Subaru WRX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Ford Taurus's and the Subaru WRX's specifications and ratings, the Ford Taurus is a better car than the Subaru WRX.
Ford Taurus vs. Subaru WRX Pricing
A used 2019 Ford Taurus ranges from $15,048 to $27,627 while a used 2019 Subaru WRX is priced between $21,950 to $38,500.
Ford Taurus vs. Subaru WRX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Taurus loses 52.7 percent of its value and the Subaru WRX loses 29.3 percent of its value. This means the Subaru WRX retains 23.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Taurus.
Ford Taurus vs. Subaru WRX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Taurus is 8.1 out of 10 while the Subaru WRX's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Ford Taurus being ranked 5 out of 8 Best Large Cars and the Subaru WRX being ranked 11 out of 26 Best Compact Cars.
Ford Taurus vs. Subaru WRX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Taurus is 8.1 out of 10. For the Subaru WRX the reliability rating is 7.0 out of 10. This gives the Ford Taurus an advantage in reliability compared to the Subaru WRX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford Taurus’s base engine makes 288 horsepower, and the Subaru WRX base engine makes 268 horsepower. The Taurus is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The WRX is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 429 miles.This gives the Subaru WRX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford Taurus the advantage in maximum range. The Taurus uses regular unleaded, and the WRX uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ford Taurus, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Subaru WRX, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Ford Taurus and the Subaru WRX have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15048 - 27627
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.526541
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
21950 - 38500
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.292954
Ford Taurus Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.067283 / 10
Reliability:
8.101849 / 10
Retained Value:
6.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Subaru WRX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.766666 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
9.3 / 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 / 8Subaru WRX Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 18Ranking
14 out of / 18Ranking
15 out of / 43Ranking
16 out of / 43Ranking
20 out of / 43Ranking
20 out of / 24Ranking
24 out of / 43Ranking
26 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ford Taurus Trim Levels
Limited, Police Interceptor, SE, SEL, SHO
Subaru WRX Trim Levels
Base, Limited, Premium, STI, STI Limited, STI S209
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 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):
0.074 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
268 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.081 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):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
334 / 429 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
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 Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.2 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:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.2 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3917 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:
3294 lbs
Width:
78.9 inches
Height:
58.1 inches
Length:
180.9 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R17