2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR4 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1048 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 Land Rover LR4 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, 2011 Land Rover LR4 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, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm). This means 2011 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Taurus | 2011 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Taurus | LR4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 508 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |