2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 407 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 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Taurus | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Taurus | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |