2002 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 2 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Taurus weights approximately 7 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. 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, 2002 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. 2002 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra 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 | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Taurus | Vectra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |