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Ford Taurus IV 3.0 V6 24V (201 Hp) Automatic
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Ford Taurus:
The Ford Taurus is an automobile that was manufactured and marketed by the Ford Motor Company in the United States from 1985 to 2019. From 1985 to 2009, Ford marketed the Taurus alongside its rebadged variant, the Mercury Sable. Four generations of the high-performance version were also manufactured from 1988-1999 and 2009-2019.
The original Taurus was a milestone for Ford and the American automotive industry, as the first automobile at Ford designed and manufactured using the statistical process control ideas brought to Ford by W. Edwards Deming, a prominent statistician consulted by Ford to bring a "culture of quality" to the enterprise. The Taurus had an influential design that introduced new features and innovations....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV Overview:
Ford Taurus (IV). With 271 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1503 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Ford Taurus IV was primarily sold in North America and was not tested by Euro NCAP. US safety ratings generally indicated acceptable performance for its era.
3.0 V6 24V (201 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Virtually identical to the 200 hp Duratec, this engine provides strong, smooth acceleration, making the Taurus feel more capable and responsive, especially at higher speeds.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is comparable to the 200 hp Duratec, offering a good balance of power and reasonable consumption for a V6 sedan.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior for families
- • Smooth, quiet ride quality
- • Affordable purchase price on the used market
- • Reliable Vulcan V6 engine option
- • Large trunk capacity
Cons:
- • Uninspired styling (especially early models)
- • Base Vulcan engine lacks power
- • Interior quality can feel dated and plasticky
- • Fuel economy is average at best
- • Handling is soft, not sporty
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV: 2000 - 2003).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Taurus |
| Generation: | IV |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 V6 24V (201 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2007 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 201 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 67.7 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 271 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Duratec 30 [Same engine] More details about the engine Duratec 30 |
| Engine displacement: | 2967 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.2 l |
| Coolant: | 10 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.5 kg/Hp, 133.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 180.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1503 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 481 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5019 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1854 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1425 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2756 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1566 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1577 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.1 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Wishbone |
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