2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 7 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 365 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 2011 Aston Martin Rapide 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 2011 Aston Martin Rapide. 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Taurus | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
