2000 Ford Taurus vs. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 218 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. 2000 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport has manual transmission. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Taurus | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
