2002 Lexus IS vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2002 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 433 kg more than 2002 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus IS | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | IS | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
