1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 116 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Taurus |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2868 mm |