2005 BMW M6 vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (156 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW M6 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 2005 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2005 BMW M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M6 | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 2933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |