2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic 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 148 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Taurus weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
