2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2000 Honda NSX

To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 263 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda NSX. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX. 2008 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX 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 2000 Honda NSX
Make Ford Honda
Model Taurus NSX
Year Released 2008 2000
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3496 cc 3177 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 263 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 6251 RPM 7100 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4501 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1107 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 60 L


 

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