Petrol
2004 Ford Taurus
The 2004 Ford Taurus is a sedan. It has a 3.0-litre six-cylinder engine producing 155 hp (116 kW), with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 8.5 seconds and top speed is 118 mph (190 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2004 FORD TAURUS
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed September 2, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | Ford | Model | Taurus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2004 | Version / Trim | Ford 2004 Taurus |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Oxford White, Black, Silver Metallic, Dark Shadow Grey Metallic, Toreador Red Metallic, Bright Red, True Blue Metallic, Arizona Beige Metallic, Dark Blue Pearl |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | United States |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cyl | Engine Size | 3,000 cc |
| Power | 155 hp / 116 kW | Torque | 185 Nm / 136 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 8.5 sec | Top Speed | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 18 mpg city / 25 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,745 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,620 kg (3,571 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2004 SEDANS
Compared with other 2004 sedans in our database, its 155 hp is 31% less than the average 2004 sedan (225 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 0.8 seconds slower than average.
| 2004 Ford Taurus | Average 2004 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 155 hp | 225 hp (76 cars) | -31% |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 292 Nm (76 cars) | -37% |
| 0–60 mph | 8.5 s | 7.7 s (72 cars) | +10% |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 131 mph (72 cars) | -10% |
| Kerb weight | 1,620 kg | 1,556 kg (86 cars) | +4% |
| Engine size | 3,000 cc | 3,095 cc (86 cars) | -3% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2004 sedans with similar power to the 2004 Ford Taurus.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 155 hp | 8.5 s | 1,620 kg |
| 2004 Toyota Camry | 157 hp | 8.0 s | 1,500 kg |
| 2004 Honda Accord | 160 hp | 7.4 s | 1,450 kg |
| 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | 150 hp | 9.0 s | 1,280 kg |
| 2004 Subaru Impreza AWD | 148 hp | 9.5 s | 1,230 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Navigation System
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Rear Parking Sensors
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Spare Tyre