2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Avancier 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 (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 654 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier 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, 2003 Honda Avancier 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | Avancier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |