1996 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Taurus (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 549 kg more than 1996 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Taurus. (312 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Taurus | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taurus | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
