2002 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Ford Taurus. 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
