2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1991 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 960 kg more than 1991 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1991 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2700 mm |
