1997 Ford Taurus GL
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2002 Ford Taurus SEL

1997 Ford Taurus  GL

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2002 Ford Taurus  SEL
1997 Ford Taurus GL 2002 Ford Taurus SEL Difference
Name GL SEL
Price $ 22,895 $ 27,550
Body Sedan Sedan
Doors 4 Doors 4 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 3.0L V6 SOHC 12 valves 3.0L V6 DOHC 24 valves Duratec
Power 145 hp @ 5250 rpm 200 hp @ 5650 rpm
Number of Seats 6 Seats 5 Seats 1 (17%)
Transmission 4 speed automatic 4 speed automatic
Cargo Space 447.0 L 481.0 L 34 (8%)
Maximum Cargo Space 447.0 L 481.0 L 34 (8%)
Wheel Type
Series Taurus III Taurus IV
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 145 HP 200 HP 55 (38%)
Torque 158 N.m 218 N.m 60 (38%)
Top Speed 193 km/h 215 km/h 22 (11%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 10.5 s 8.3 s 2.2 (21%)
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline) Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption (City) 11.9 L/100km 13.0 L/100km 1.1 (9%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 7.8 L/100km 8.0 L/100km 0.2 (3%)
Gear Type auto auto
Weight 1,522 KG 1,530 KG
Brand Ford Ford
Model Taurus Taurus
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 17.7 s 16.0 s 1.7 (10%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 129.8 km/h 144.2 km/h 14.4 (11%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 29.4 s 26.5 s 2.9 (10%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 146.1 km/h 162.4 km/h 16.32 (11%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

Taurus III vs Taurus IV Specifications

Dimensions

1997 Ford Taurus GL 2002 Ford Taurus SEL
Cargo Capacity447 L481 L
Curb Weight1488 kg1538 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity60 L68 L
Height1400 mm1425 mm
Length5017 mm5019 mm
Wheelbase2756 mm2756 mm
Width1854 mm1854 mm

Mechanical

1997 Ford Taurus GL 2002 Ford Taurus SEL
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name3.0L V6 SOHC 12 valves3.0L V6 OHV 12 valves Vulcan
Transmission4 speed automatic4 speed automatic

Overview

1997 Ford Taurus GL 2002 Ford Taurus SEL
BodySedanSedan
Doors44
Engine3.0L V6 SOHC 12 valves3.0L V6 DOHC 24 valves Duratec
Fuel Consumption11.9 (Automatic City)7.8 (Automatic Highway)13.0 (Automatic City)8.0 (Automatic Highway)
Power145 hp @ 5250 rpm200 hp @ 5650 rpm
Seats65
Transmission4 speed automatic4 speed automatic
WarrantiesBumper-to-Bumper60000/km, 36/Months Powertrain60000/km, 36/Months Roadside Assistance60000/km, 36/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 60/MonthsBumper-to-Bumper60000/km, 36/Months Powertrain60000/km, 36/Months Roadside Assistance60000/km, 36/Months Rust-through160000/km, 72/Months

Safety

1997 Ford Taurus GL 2002 Ford Taurus SEL
Anti-Lock Brakes4-wheel ABS4-wheel ABS
Brake TypeFront disc/rear drumFront disc/rear drum
Child-proof LocksNoneNone
Driver AirbagNoneNone
Passenger AirbagNoneNone

Suspension and Steering

1997 Ford Taurus GL 2002 Ford Taurus SEL
Front TiresP205/65R15P215/60R16

1997 Ford Taurus GL

The 1997 Ford Taurus GL is a Front-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 6 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 3.0L V6 SOHC 12 valves engine which outputs 145 hp @ 5250 rpm and is paired with 4 speed automatic gearbox. The 1997 Ford Taurus GL has cargo capacity of 447 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1488 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 1997 Ford Taurus GL has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers and. Safety features also include None and None. The front suspension is while the rear suspension is. The car also features a It has as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 158 N.m of torque and a top speed of 193 km/h. The 1997 Ford Taurus GL accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 10.5 seconds and hits quarter mile at 17.7 seconds. Fuel consumption is 11.9 L/100km in the city and 7.8 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 22,895

2002 Ford Taurus SEL

The 2002 Ford Taurus SEL is a Front-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 3.0L V6 DOHC 24 valves Duratec engine which outputs 200 hp @ 5650 rpm and is paired with 4 speed automatic gearbox. The 2002 Ford Taurus SEL has cargo capacity of 481 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1538 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2002 Ford Taurus SEL has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional 3.0L V6 DOHC 24 valves Duratec engine as well It offers and. Safety features also include None and None. The front suspension is while the rear suspension is. The car also features a It has as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 218 N.m of torque and a top speed of 215 km/h. The 2002 Ford Taurus SEL accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 8.3 seconds and hits quarter mile at 16 seconds. Fuel consumption is 13 L/100km in the city and 8 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 27,550


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