2004 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 451 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Vitara | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Vitara | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
