2001 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, both 2001 Ford Taurus and 2001 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2001 Ford Taurus. (201 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Taurus weights approximately 203 kg more than 2001 Ford F-150.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Taurus | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
