2003 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 9 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, 2012 Chrysler 200 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 183 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, 2003 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Taurus | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Taurus | 200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
