2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 5 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Taurus | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Taurus | Terracan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |