2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 77 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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 (281 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
