2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 481 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Taurus | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Taurus | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |