2008 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus 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 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 611 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2013 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
