2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 3 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Because 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Taurus | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
