2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 3,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 147 kg more than 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Taurus | 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |