2001 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 Ford F-650

To start off, both 2001 Ford Taurus and 2001 Ford F-650 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,300 cc, 2001 Ford F-650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Taurus (201 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-650. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Taurus weights approximately 207 kg more than 2001 Ford F-650. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2001 Ford F-650 (1,166 Nm) has 916 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-650 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-650
Make Ford Ford
Model Taurus F-650
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2961 cc 7300 cc
Horse Power 201 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 1166 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1298 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 4930 mm


 

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