2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 Honda Integra
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Integra would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Honda Integra. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Integra weights approximately 93 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Integra. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Integra. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2001 Honda Integra | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | Integra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |