2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 634 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Taurus | Equinox |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1741 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 71 L |