2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Ford Taurus

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 908 kg more than 2002 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 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 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Express 2002 Ford Taurus
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Express Taurus
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 2933 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 193 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3950 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2385 kg 1477 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 68 L


 

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