2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2002 Hyundai XG
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai XG 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 102 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai XG weights approximately 453 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai XG. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2002 Hyundai XG | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Taurus | XG |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |