2000 Ford Taurus vs. 1998 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Marcia 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 13 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 171 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. 2000 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Marcia has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Marcia 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 | 1998 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Taurus | Marcia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
