2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 BMW 530

To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 8 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 188 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.

Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Taurus 2008 BMW 530
Make Ford BMW
Model Taurus 530
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1477 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L