2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1383 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Taurus | Expedition |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3030 mm |