2002 Ford Taurus vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 228 kg more than 2002 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
