2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2002 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 906 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2002 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Taurus | Envoy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4160 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |