2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Camry weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
