2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 265 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 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Taurus | 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4000 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 | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |