2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 33 kg more than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Endeavor | Taurus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2868 mm |