2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-150 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |