2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Taurus (266 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Taurus | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Taurus | Xterra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |