2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 489 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus. 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Taurus | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | Pilot |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |