2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1206 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 427 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 99 L |