2001 Lexus IS vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 507 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus IS | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | IS | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
