2003 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Taurus weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Taurus | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
