2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 722 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 2006 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Taurus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |