1996 Ford Taurus vs. 2003 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2003 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 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 3,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Taurus (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 93 kg more than 1996 Ford Taurus.
Because 2003 Toyota Highlander 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, 2003 Toyota Highlander 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, 1996 Ford Taurus (312 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Taurus | 2003 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | Highlander |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 73 L |