1996 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (268 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Ford Taurus. (235 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Taurus weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Taurus. (312 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Taurus | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
