2004 Ford Econovan vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econovan weights approximately 219 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2004 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan. 2008 Ford Taurus X has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Econovan | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econovan | Taurus X |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2870 mm |