2002 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
