2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, both 2000 Ford Taurus and 2000 Honda S-MX were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 26 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 191 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Taurus | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | S-MX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |