1998 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Taurus. (264 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Taurus | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taurus | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
