2003 BMW 645 vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 123 kg more than 2003 BMW 645.
Because 2003 BMW 645 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 2003 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 645 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |