2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Ford Taurus. (284 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 487 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 Ford Taurus (344 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Grand Prix | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2868 mm |
