2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, both 2004 Ford Taurus and 2004 Rover 75 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 25 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 63 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Taurus | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
