2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 252 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus.
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.
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2004 Ford Taurus | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | Crosstour |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1898 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |