2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Bentley Mulsane
To start off, 2013 Bentley Mulsane is newer by 9 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 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Mulsane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Mulsane should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Mulsane weights approximately 1082 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 2013 Bentley Mulsane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Bentley Mulsane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (1,020 Nm) has 739 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (281 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Mulsane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2013 Bentley Mulsane | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Taurus | Mulsane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 1020 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2208 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3266 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 20.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |
