2001 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Taurus (201 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Ford Taurus.
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, 2004 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Taurus | 2004 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | FR-V |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |