2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 13 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 49 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus.
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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Taurus | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | Avalon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |