2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 740 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Convertible | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Convertible | Taurus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |