2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2004 Ford Taurus and 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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 88 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 97 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
