2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 260 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 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Taurus | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Taurus | GT-R |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 607 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |