2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 Honda Integra
To start off, 2001 Honda Integra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Integra (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 351 kg more than 2001 Honda Integra.
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 2001 Honda Integra. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Integra. 2000 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Integra 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 | 2001 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | Integra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
