2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 11 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 834 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 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Taurus | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Taurus | X5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |