2004 Ford Taurus vs. 1995 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 342 kg more than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. 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 Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Taurus | 1995 Nissan 100 NX | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Taurus | 100 NX |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |