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Ford Taurus

General information

ModelFord Taurus
Year2003
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2967 ccm (181.05 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving11.8 litres/100 km (20.00 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2967 ccm (181.05 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power157.20 PS (116 kW or 155 HP) at 4900 Rev. per min.
Max torque244.08 Nm (24.9 kgf-m or 180.0 ft.lbs) at 3950 Rev. per min.
Compression9.3:1
Bore x stroke89.0 x 78.7 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1064 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)
Optional cargo space1370 litres (362 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle13 m (511.8 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDrums, 226 mm
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1477 kg (3,256.2 pounds)
Max weight with load2015 kg (4,442.3 pounds)
Overall length5030 mm (198.0 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase3030 mm (119.3 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions155.0 g/km
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