2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2002 Toyota Pod 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 7 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Pod. (194 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 566 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod. 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Pod |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 194 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
