2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1990 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee 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 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Osee | 1990 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Osee | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
