2002 Ford Taurus vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Taurus weights approximately 27 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.
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2002 Ford Taurus | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Taurus | Signum |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |