2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Sprinter and 2008 Ford Taurus X were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
