2002 Ford Taurus vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Taurus weights approximately 767 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 2002 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Taurus | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | Today |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |