2008 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 476 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
