2000 Ford Taurus vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (201 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 321 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Taurus (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Taurus | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
