2003 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Taurus weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2003 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Taurus | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |