2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 40 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 2006 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
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2004 Ford Taurus | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Taurus | V50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |