2005 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Aviator would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (302 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Ford Taurus. (263 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 369 kg more than 2011 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | Aviator | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 263 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
