2010 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 260 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Altima | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Altima | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
