2002 Ford Taurus vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V70 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 15 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V70 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V70. 2002 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2000 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2000 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Ford Taurus | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Taurus | V70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |