1998 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1998 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Taurus. (264 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Taurus | 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Taurus | Concept Eight |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
