2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Taurus 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 41 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 232 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 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 2011 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Ford Taurus (266 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
