1992 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Ford Taurus. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Taurus. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Taurus has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Taurus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Taurus | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3510 mm |
