2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 23 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (281 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Taurus | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Taurus | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 390 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |