2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (229 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 428 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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Taurus | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 62 L |