2002 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 9 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, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Taurus weights approximately 24 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Taurus | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
