2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (185 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Taurus | Elantra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 53 L |