2012 Ford Taurus vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 291 kg more than 2002 Holden Vectra. 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Taurus | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Taurus | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2710 mm |
