2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2003 Honda Inspire
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (259 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Honda Inspire. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Inspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Inspire weights approximately 574 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Honda Inspire (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 2003 Honda Inspire | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus X | Inspire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
