2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Voyager and 2008 Ford Taurus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 805 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Voyager | Taurus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 263 HP |
Torque | 219 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |