1996 Ford Taurus vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1996 Ford Taurus. (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Taurus weights approximately 92 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Taurus. (312 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Taurus. 1996 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Taurus | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Taurus | 993 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
