2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX 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 134 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 223 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX. 2008 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda S-MX 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 | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
