2002 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 8 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 3 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Taurus weights approximately 142 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Taurus | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Taurus | SX4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |