2003 Ford Taurus vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2003 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 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 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 109 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Taurus weights approximately 625 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, 2003 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 Ford Taurus (244 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Taurus | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | Vamos |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 149 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |