2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2002 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (201 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 314 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, 2002 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Quest |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
