1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (154 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 231 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Cadillac Allante (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Allante | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
