2004 Kia Spectra vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2004 Kia Spectra. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 766 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (475 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (161 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Spectra | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Spectra | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
