2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Because 2011 BMW 520 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 BMW 520. 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 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Taurus | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Taurus | 520 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |