2002 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 11 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 435 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 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Taurus | XTS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
