2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 428 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 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Taurus | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Taurus | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |