2000 Cadillac Imaj vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Imaj. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Imaj would be higher. At 4,228 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Imaj is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2013 Ford Taurus. (284 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 274 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Imaj.
Because 2000 Cadillac Imaj is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Imaj | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Imaj | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2868 mm |
