2004 Ford Taurus vs. 1996 Lexus ES
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Lexus ES.
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, 1996 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 1996 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Taurus | ES |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
