2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Tundra 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 77 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 754 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 298 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3270 mm |