2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus would be higher. Both 2008 Ford Taurus and 2009 Ford Flex are equipped with a 3,496 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Taurus weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Flex 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, 2009 Ford Flex 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 2009 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | Flex |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
