2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2000 Hyundai XG
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai XG (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Hyundai XG.
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, 2004 Ford Taurus (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2000 Hyundai XG | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Taurus | XG |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| 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 | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
