1991 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2004 Ford Econovan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 104 kg more than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Because 2004 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 2004 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
