2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 366 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | S-MX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |