2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 9 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 620 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 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taurus | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
