2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra. 2008 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
