2004 Ford E-150 vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (156 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 606 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-150 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
