2003 Ford Taurus vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2003 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Taurus (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (136 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Taurus weights approximately 79 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Taurus | 2000 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Taurus | LW |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
