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Santa Cruz vs Taurus

HYUNDAI · Ford

1/4 Mile winner
Taurus
Beats the Santa Cruz by 0.02s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Taurus beats the Santa Cruz by a hair, finishing 0.02 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Taurus thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
281 hp
282 hp
0–100 km/h
6.5s
6.5s
Top speed
215 km/h
220 km/h
Engine
2.5L Turbocharged Inline-4
3.5L V6 / 2.0L EcoBoost
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
400 Nm
300 - 500 Nm
Price
$40,799
$37,500

Simulated race times

Distance
Santa Cruz
Taurus
100 m
6.513s
6.524s
1/8 mile
9.651s
9.654s
1/4 mile
14.562s
14.537s
1 km
26.307s
26.151s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the Taurus is the obvious pick at $37,500 versus the Santa Cruz's $40,799. Both are formidable. The Santa Cruz suits buyers who prioritise balance and finesse; the Taurus appeals to those after the bigger output.

FAQ

Which is faster, the Santa Cruz or the Taurus?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Taurus is faster, beating the Santa Cruz by 0.02 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Santa Cruz vs the Taurus?

The Santa Cruz hits 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds, while the Taurus does it in 6.5 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Santa Cruz produces 281 hp; the Taurus produces 282 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Santa Cruz tops out at 215 km/h, and the Taurus reaches 220 km/h.

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