2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 634 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Airflite | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
