2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 56 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 BMW 1 Series. 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 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (245 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Taurus | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
