2002 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 80 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.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taurus | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
