2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Mini One
To start off, both 2004 Ford Taurus and 2004 Mini One were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 111 more horse power than 2004 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 463 kg more than 2004 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (281 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini One. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2004 Mini One | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Taurus | One |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
