2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2002 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2002 Saturn Vue 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (201 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Saturn Vue. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Saturn Vue. 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 (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn Vue. 2000 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2002 Saturn Vue has manual transmission. 2002 Saturn Vue 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 | 2002 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Taurus | Vue |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
