2003 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 162 kg more than 2003 Ford Taurus. 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Taurus | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |