2008 Acura TL vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 256 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
