2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150.
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, 2013 Ford Taurus (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-150. (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 72 L |
