2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 29 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (430 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Taurus | 2001 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 430 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |