2001 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, both 2001 Ford Taurus and 2001 Mitsubishi Verada were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Ford Taurus. (201 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Ford Taurus. 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 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Taurus | 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Taurus | Verada |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |