2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 929 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 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (245 Nm). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Taurus | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
