2004 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
