2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto is newer by 12 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 548 kg more than 2012 Kia Picanto. 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Taurus | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
