2007 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 466 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota 4Runner | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | 4Runner | Taurus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |