2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 537 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (281 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 136 L |
