1998 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Taurus. (264 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Taurus | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Taurus | X5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |