2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 861 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (337 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Vamos | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |
