2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 201 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord. 2008 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |