2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1040 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 2013 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | Tundra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3221 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |