2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2010 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 151 kg more than 2004 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2004 Maserati Coupe 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 2004 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Maserati Coupe | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | Coupe | Taurus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 337 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |