2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Lexus HS
To start off, 2010 Lexus HS 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Lexus HS. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus HS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus HS weights approximately 563 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 Lexus HS. 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.
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2008 Ford Taurus | 2010 Lexus HS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Taurus | HS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 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 | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4694 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |