2003 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 94 kg more than 2012 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Taurus | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
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 | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1491 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |