1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus.
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, 2006 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Taurus | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Taurus | 75 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |