2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2008 Ford Taurus and 2008 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Taurus | Sierra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 98 L |