2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 693 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Taurus | Endeavor |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3750 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 | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1768 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 81 L |