2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1634 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Maybach 57 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 661 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Ford | Maybach |
Model | Taurus | 57 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 110 L |