2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight 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 55 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 335 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | Insight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
