2008 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Taurus (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Escape weights approximately 238 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
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2008 Ford Escape | 2003 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | Taurus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |