FORD
Ford Taurus Gen 2 (1992–1995) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT | 3.0 V6 Automatic | 4 | 141 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 3.8 V6 Automatic | 4 | 141 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | SHO 3.0 V6 | 5 | 223 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | SHO 3.2 V6 24V5 Automatic | 4 | 223 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Ford Taurus Gen 2 overview
The Ford Taurus (Gen 2) is the 2nd generation of the Taurus, built from 1992 to 1995. It is offered as a Sedan with 4 engines (petrol), from 141 HP to 223 HP. The 3.8 V6 (141 Hp) Automatic is 4877 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Ford Taurus have?
The Ford Taurus (Gen 2) has 141 HP to 223 HP, depending on the engine: 3.8 Essex (141 HP), 3.0 Vulcan (141 HP), 3.2 Sho (223 HP), 3.0 Sho (223 HP).
What engines are available for the Ford Taurus?
The Ford Taurus is available with 4 engines: 3.8 Essex (141 HP, petrol), 3.0 Vulcan (141 HP, petrol), 3.2 Sho (223 HP, petrol), 3.0 Sho (223 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Ford Taurus?
The Ford Taurus is 4877 mm long, 1808 mm wide, 1374 mm tall, with a 2692 mm wheelbase.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Ford Taurus II |
|---|---|
| Year | 1992–1995 |
| Platform | Ford CD4 |
| Variant | 3.8 V6 (141 Hp) Automatic |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 141 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 3800 rpm |
| Torque | 292 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 2200 rpm |
Engine
| Engine code | Essex V6 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3797 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Configuration | V Engine |
| Bore | 96.8 mm |
| Stroke | 86.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Oil capacity | 4.7 L |
| Coolant | 11.0 L |
| Engine layout | Front Transverse |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | torque_converter |
| Gears | 4 |
| Gearbox code | axod_e |
| Gearbox manufacturer | ford |
Dimensions
| Length | 4877 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1808 mm |
| Height | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm |
| Front track | 1562 mm |
| Rear track | 1537 mm |
| Boot space | 507 L |
| Turning circle | 11.8 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1420 kg |
|---|
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel tank | 61.0 L |
|---|
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | wishbone |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | wishbone |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Tire size | 205/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims | 14 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 10.1 kg/Hp, 99.3 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 4.9 kg/Nm, 205.6 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1992 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1995 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.