1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 592 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Taurus | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | CR-V |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |