2000 Ford Taurus vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 811 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today 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 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 2000 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Taurus | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | Today |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |