2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Hyundai Entourage
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Entourage 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Entourage.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Entourage.
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2008 Ford Taurus | 2009 Hyundai Entourage | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Taurus | Entourage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 253 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |