2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 (250 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
