2001 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
When we compare the 2001 Ford Taurus's and the 2001 Toyota Camry's specifications and ratings, the 2001 Ford Taurus has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2001 Toyota Camry has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2001 Ford Taurus's and the 2001 Toyota Camry's specifications and ratings, the 2001 Toyota Camry is a better car than the 2001 Ford Taurus.
2001 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 Toyota Camry Pricing
A used 2001 Ford Taurus ranges from $1,736 to $7,580 while a used 2001 Toyota Camry is priced between $2,413 to $8,973.
2001 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 Toyota Camry Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2001 Ford Taurus loses 52.7 percent of its value and the 2001 Toyota Camry loses 40.7 percent of its value. This means the 2001 Toyota Camry retains 12 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2001 Ford Taurus.
2001 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 Toyota Camry Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Taurus is 8.1 out of 10 while the Toyota Camry's quality rating is 9.0 out of 10. This results in the Ford Taurus being ranked 5 out of 8 Best Large Cars and the Toyota Camry being ranked 2 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars.
2001 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 Toyota Camry Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Taurus is 8.1 out of 10. For the Toyota Camry the reliability rating is 9.0 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Camry a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford Taurus.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2001 Ford Taurus’s base engine makes 155 horsepower, and the 2001 Toyota Camry base engine makes 136 horsepower. The Taurus is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. The Camry is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 540 miles. This gives the 2001 Toyota Camry the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2001 Ford Taurus. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2001 Ford Taurus and the 2001 Toyota Camry have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1736 - 7580
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.526541
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2413 - 8973
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.406689
Ford Taurus Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.067283 / 10
Reliability:
8.101849 / 10
Retained Value:
6.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Camry Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.982511 / 10
Reliability:
9.047535 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford Taurus Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 4Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 8Toyota Camry Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
11 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2001 Ford Taurus Trim Levels
LX, SE, SEL, SES
2001 Toyota Camry Trim Levels
CE, LE, LE V6, XLE, XLE V6
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
155 hp @ 4900 rpm
Torque:
185 foot-lbs @ 3950 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
136 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
150 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 25 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 540 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3354 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
56.1 inches
Length:
197.6 inches
Wheelbase:
108.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2998 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
55.1 inches
Length:
188.6 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/65R15