2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 493 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 335. 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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2006 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Taurus | 335 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 63 L |